Bangladesh eyeing a home series against Pakistan this year

Bangladesh is considering hosting Pakistan for White-Ball Series in July-August 2025

BCB Explores Potential Series Against Pakistan

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is reportedly considering the possibility of hosting Pakistan for a white-ball series in July-August 2025. While no official decision has been made, both the BCB and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are showing positive interest in a series that would feature three ODIs and three T20Is.

Ongoing Discussions Between BCB and PCB

• Discussion Details: BCB president Faruque Ahmed and PCB head Mohsin Naqvi recently held discussions about this proposed series during the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.
• Positive Outlook: According to Shahriar Nafees, the BCB cricket operations head, both cricket boards are optimistic about the series moving forward, but nothing has been finalized yet.

Upcoming Series for Bangladesh

• Bangladesh’s Tour of Pakistan: Bangladesh is already set to visit Pakistan at the end of May 2025 for a three-match ODI and T20I series as part of the ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP).
• Potential Hosting of Pakistan: Now, the BCB is exploring the possibility of hosting Pakistan for a white-ball series in July and August to further bolster their international cricket calendar.

Bangladesh’s Busy Cricket Schedule in 2025

• Zimbabwe Series: After the Champions Trophy 2025, Bangladesh is scheduled to face Zimbabwe in mid-April for two Test matches in Sylhet and Chattogram.
• Sri Lanka Series: Bangladesh will then tour Sri Lanka in June-July for two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is.
• India Series: In August-September, Bangladesh will host India for three ODIs and three T20Is.
• Asia Cup: Bangladesh will participate in the Asia Cup in September before hosting the West Indies in October for three Tests and three T20Is.
• Ireland Tour: The year will end with Bangladesh hosting Ireland for two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is.

Conclusion: Busy Year Ahead for Bangladesh Cricket

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is currently navigating a packed 2025 schedule with multiple series lined up against top cricketing nations. The potential series against Pakistan would add another exciting chapter to their packed international calendar. If finalized, this series would be a major boost for Bangladesh’s preparations ahead of more competitive international engagements in the latter half of the year.